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PRODUCT GUIDE

THE BEST WAY TO MAKE YOUR OWN WINE SINCE 1959For over 50 years, Wine Kitz has been perfecting the consumer made wine experience. At any of our many wine making locations across Canada, you’ll discover the easiest, most enjoyable way to make your own quality wines – at a fraction of the cost of comparable store bought wines. Wine Kitz is a recognized leader in the consumer wine making industry and crafts its own wine kits with grape juices from the world’s top vineyards.

YOU’LL LOVE THE WINE YOU MAKE WITH WINE KITZ GUARANTEED!Making your own premium wine with Wine Kitz is easy. Guided by our expert wine consultants, every time you make your own wine at Wine Kitz it is covered by our 100% satisfaction guarantee:

If you are not completely satisfi ed with the wine you make, we will replace your wine with a wine kit of equal or lesser value or refund your money.

We stand behind every wine we help you make because our simple foolproof process has been continuously perfected over 50 years. We ensure quality at every step:

• Wine Kitz sources premium grape juices from some of the top microclimates around the world in the best-cultivated vineyards.

• At our state-of-the-art facility, through innovative product development, we meticulously craft our own wine kits that make wines with characteristics and taste profi les equivalent to comparable commercial wines, at a fractionof the cost.

• Our expert wine consultants help you choose the perfect complement for your favourite meals, occasions and personal tastes from a vast selection of hundreds of wines you can make yourself.

• Whether you are making wine in store or at home, we supply the most up-to-date and cleanest equipment available.

• With over 50 years of providing complete support to do-it-yourself wine makers, we have turned the art of making your own wine into a science.

• Whether you’re a fi rst time wine maker, or a seasoned pro, you’ll fi nd the Wine Kitz experience is fun, fast, and easy – so you can make great wine every time.

WE ARE WINE LOVERS TOO!Every Wine Kitz wine making store is owned and staffed by friendly, decidedly unpretentious wine enthusiasts. We know the enjoyment of wine is an important part of life.

Our wine consultants will help ensure the wine you make complements your moods, meals, and occasions and that the experience of making your own wine is enjoyable.

Whether you savour a glass of wine occasionally or have a wine cellar your friends would envy, we can help you enjoy your favourite wines, all for a fraction of the cost of wines purchased at your local liquor store.

From versatile table wines including such classics as Chardonnay, full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon, crisp Rieslings and rich Merlots, to exclusive limited releases and specialty wines, Wine Kitz always has something in store for a great wine making experience!

With over 70 locations across Canada, you’ll fi nd a Wine Kitz in your area –Visit WINEKITZ.COM to get started.

THE WINE KITZ STORY

THE WINE KITZ PRODUCT LINE

ULTRA PREMIUM

Our Ultra-Premium Sommelier Reserve wine collection features some of the most sought after country-of-origin wines from the most famous wine regions of the world. The journey from grape to wine glass is one of passion, quality and perfection for us. We take the utmost care to ensure the wine you serve and enjoy with family and friends is the best in its class. Each wine kit makes approximately 30 x 750 ml bottles of extraordinary wine in 8 weeks.

PREMIUM

Make the fruit of the earth into a celebration of life! Transform your meals and moments into something more with our award-winning UltimateEstate Reserve and Traditional Vintage wine kits which create wines with excellent varietal quality and character. A smart way to enjoy the pleasures of the wine life – for less! Each wine kit makes approximately 30 x 750 ml bottles of exceptional wine in as little as 5 weeks.

VALUE

If you are you looking for a selection of great everyday wines to enjoy with family and friends at a fraction of the cost of commercial wines, look no further. Our Wine Art and Wine Art Table Wine Series wines follow the same strict quality control as all of Wine Kitz’s wines to make sure that you can make the best wine possible each and every time – guaranteed! Each wine kit makes approximately 30 x 750 ml bottles of great wine in 4 weeks.

SPECIALTY

If you are wanting to expand your cellar with the wines that are a bit out of the ordinary, we have what you are looking for. Wine Kitz has a great collection of specialty wines to tantalize your taste buds. From our Country Mist collection of refreshing, light-bodied lower alcohol wines with a splash of ripe fruit to our Specialty Series rich, robust dessert wines, you will always have the right style on hand to suit every occasion.

LIMITED RELEASE WINES Throughout each year, Wine Kitz sources some special and unique grape varietals that are available in very limited quantities. Only a small number of kits are produced and made available on a pre-order basis as part of our Limited Release wine program. Subscribe to our newsletter at winekitz.com to be the fi rst to know when these programs are announced!

WHITE WINES SYMPHONY | CALIFORNIAFresh and ripely scented with mango, papaya and bananas, this vivacious dry white is full-bodied with impressive density, fl avourful, and very fl oral in style with a crisp, clean fi nish.

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RED WINESAMARONE STYLE | ITALYThe most popular red wine in our portfolio. Produces a full-bodied beam of plum, leather, and chocolatefl avours holding sway over light cherry and fi g. Long and balanced on the palate with good tannins and a lingering fi nish.

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MERITAGE | CALIFORNIATraditional French oak balances this inspired blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. It’s a full, deep, dry red with aromas and fl avours of red currant, chocolate, blackberries and black cherry. Includes a Crushed Grape Pack for Old World style, on-the-skins fermentation. The differenceis a bolder bouquet with fi rm tannins and an intriguing, layered fi nish.

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SOMMELIER RESERVETM Our Sommelier Reserve wine collection features some of the most sought after wines from the most famous wine regions of the world. The journey from grape to wine glass is one of passion, quality and perfection for us. We take the utmost care to ensure the wine you serve and enjoy with family and friends is the best in its class. These wines are Country and Region specifi c, with some reds containing the WK Crushed Grape Pack. Each 18L wine kit makes approximately 30, 750 ml bottles of fi rst class wine in 8 weeks. (23 litres) and includes 30 self-adhesive bottle labels.

MIGLIORE | CALIFORNIAOne of our most popular reds, this Tuscan style blend of 65% Merlot and 35% Sangiovese boasts a gorgeous dark purple colour and opulent aromas of blueberry, espresso and cocoa.


MYSTIC RED | CALIFORNIAAnother Wine Kitz exclusive! A captivating blend of four distinct grapes, Zinfandel, Merlot, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon, that reveals intense fruity aromas on opening. This full bodied red offers rich fl avours of black cherry, mocha, spice and vanilla and closes with a velvety, smooth fi nish. Includes a Crushed Grape Pack for true, on-the-skins fermentation.

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OLD VINES ZINFANDELCALIFORNIAThis big, full-bodied red of exquisite depth and fl avour comes from exceptional Zinfandel growing areas, noted for dark ruby colours, fi rm tannins and aromas of blackberry, raspberry and spice. Balanced by rich oak and vanilla, this wine kit contains a Crushed Grape Pack for true, on-the-skins fermentation. Great structure and mouth feel.

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STAG’S LEAP MERLOTCALIFORNIAThe grapes were thin-skinned (less tannins), but this Merlot’s rich, full fl avour impresses deeply. Leads with a scent of dark berries, spice and chocolate, before a juicy, soft fi nish. A defi nite crowd pleaser...if you can bear to share it.

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HOW LONG WILL I HAVE TO AGE MY WINE?

Your wine will be very palatable soon after you bottle, particularly if you decant the wine for an hour or two before serving. As the wine ages in the bottle, you will be excited to fi nd how the wine softens and matures. Our staff can provide you with aging guides for each brand of wine kit.

VEGETARIAN MOUSSAKA WITH CHOPPED WALNUTSVisit winekitz.com for recipe and easy to follow instructions.

ULTIMATE ESTATE RESERVETM Ultimate Estate Reserve wines are of the highest quality, offering you optimal aroma, balanced fl avour and appealing colour. Our country-of-origin wines are bold expressions of individual terroir – from rich, satisfying reds to refreshing fruit forward whites. Each 17L wine kit makes approximately 30, 750 ml bottles of premium wine (23 litres) in 8 weeks.

WHITE WINES GEWÜRZTRAMINERCALIFORNIAFar easier to drink than pronounce, this crisp, refreshing white has distinct aromas of rose, honeysuckle and mango, with spicy, nutty fl avoursand a clean balanced fi nish. Great with spicy dishes and Asian foods.

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PINOT GRIGIO | ITALY Enjoy the taste of Spring in any season – a refreshing, medium-bodied white for casual sipping and lighter foods. Lively notes of green apple, lemon and a fl oral touch goes well with chicken wraps, fi sh and salads.

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RESERVE CHARDONNAYAUSTRALIABursting with vibrant fruit fl avours! This opulent, full-bodied dry white has ripe fl avours of peach, fi g, green apple and pear interlaced with notes of toasty oak.

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RESERVE CHARDONNAYCALIFORNIAA super-crisp, citrusy dry white that has summer written all over it. Enjoy crisp green apple and Asian pear notes with delightful lemon fl avours and toasty oak.


RIESLING | CALIFORNIAThis crisp, clean, medium-dry white refreshes with its citrus bouquet. Swirling in your glass are the mingling fl avours of grapefruit, apple, honey fl owers, peach and a subtle mineral tone.


SAUVIGNON BLANC | CALIFORNIASupremely dry with a gorgeous yellow hue, this full-bodied favourite pours forth fl avours of pea pod, gooseberry and lemon-grass with good acidity.


VERDICCHIO | ITALYThe name Verdicchio (vair-dik-ee-oh) derives from verde (or “green”) and refers to the slight green/yellow hue of the grapes when they are ripe. The Verdicchio grape presents a clean fresh aroma of green apple, white currant, citrus, fl oral and mineral. This medium-bodied, refreshing white winesings on the palate with fl avours of lemon, green apple and almond, making a perfect aperitif. Best enjoyed while young and fresh.


VIOGNIER | CALIFORNIAOnce on the brink of extinction, this exciting grape variety has roared back to the good life with its heady perfume of honeysuckle and melon. A refreshingmedium-bodied white wine experience.


RED WINESBAROLO STYLE | ITALYItaly’s noblest red comes from sun-kissed Nebbiolo grapes. Rich and full-bodied with complex fl avours of truffl es, licorice and oaky earth. Deep structure.


CABERNET MERLOT | CHILEA versatile red that will add fl air to many a feast. Rich and balanced with a mild peppercorn fi nish, it is dominated by dark plump berries and vibrant black currant fl avours.


CABERNET SAUVIGNONAUSTRALIASecond in Australian production only to Shiraz, this deep, dense, dry red takes a back seat to none. Elegant fl avours of black currant and mint are nicely interwoven with vanilla oak and ripe tannins.


CABERNET SAUVIGNON | CHILEThis can’t miss classic belongs in every wine rack –welcoming aromas of black cherry and black currant lead the way to rich fl avours of vanilla, berry spice and smoky oak.

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CABERNET SHIRAZ | AUSTRALIAWell before the subtle notes of spice and vanilla oak enliven a long and balanced fi nish, you’ll note this darkly coloured dry red’s fl avours of cassis, ripe plum and black fruit character.


CHIANTI STYLE | ITALYThis Tuscan treasure charms with bold, rich cherry fruit aromas and fl avours of cocoa, vanilla and ripe cranberries. Good tannins and a hint of oak make it a soft, balanced red.


GRANDE ROUGETM | CHILEExclusive to Wine Kitz! This supremely smooth special blend brings you the fantastic aromas of pepper, blackberry and black currant framed by oak and vanilla.


MALBEC | ARGENTINA Argentinean Malbec is the new shining star in the wine world. This wine has a deep burgundy red colour with aromas and fl avours of ripe, juicy blackberry and blue plum fruit accented by subtle notes of violet, sweet oak and spice. The medium to full-bodied mouth-feel and fi rm tannins present in its youth will allow the wine to age nicely.

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MERLOT | CHILEOur superbly balanced version of one of the world’s most popular reds is a guaranteed crowd pleaser. Rich fl avours of dark fruit and red berries include hints of mint, black cherry, cloves and spice.


PINOT NOIR | NEW ZEALANDOne of the toughest grapes to grow is well worth the effort! This red burgundy is famously versatile for meals, with notes of cherry, red berry, spice and a touch of earthiness. An elegant classic that commands attention.

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SHIRAZ | AUSTRALIAThis dry red’s broad appeal suits many occasions, from an impromptu BBQ to formal dinners. Full and rich on the palate, the delicious bouquet hints at dark berries, cocoa, vanilla and spice. Finishes well with soft, integrated tannins.


VALPOLICELLA STYLE | ITALYNamed for the “valley of many cellars”, this fragrant favourite has been charming since the Roman era with fresh cherry and strawberry fl avour, soft silky texture and superb balance.

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VIEUX CHÂTEAU DU ROITM CHILEThis majestic dry red brings an Old World fl ourishto your table with complex layers of oak, herbs, blackberry and licorice. Wonderfully balanced.


MY FRIEND MAKES REALLY GOOD WINE I AM CONSIDERING STARTING MYSELF. WHAT DO I NEED TO GET STARTED?

Most new winemakers actually get started because they have tried wine made from our kits. Wine Kitz stores offer a starter package of equipment consisting of everything you will need to process your fi rst wine kit. All of the equipment is re-usable and high quality.

Once you have your equipment kit, it is a simple matter of choosing the type of wine you wish to make. Just follow the step-by-step recipe included in the ingredient kit and you are guaranteed to make fi ne wine.

Some Wine Kitz stores also offer in-store winemaking. You choose the type of wine you wish to make, mix the ingredients in the store (takes about fi ve minutes) and return 6 to 8 weeks later to bottle the fi nished wine using modern bottling and corking equipment!

BEEF STROGANOFF WITH MUSHROOM CREAM SAUCEVisit winekitz.com for recipe and easy to follow instructions.

TRADITIONAL VINTAGETM Traditional Vintage from Wine Kitz has a long, proud history of award-winning wines. Inspired by a passion for great wine, each Traditional Vintage kit offers exceptional wine character and taste. Vineyards worldwide are the source of our premium grape juice and grape juice concentrates. From the grapevine to your wine glass, we take the utmost care to ensure that the wine you serve and enjoy with family and friends is the best in its class. Each 10L wine kit makes approximately 30, 750 ml bottles of premium wine (23 litres) in 5 weeks.

WHITE WINES

CHAMBLAISETM | CALIFORNIAA great-natured dry white wine with clean, crisp taste. This superb blend of Colombard and Chenin Blanc is easy-drinking with soft fruity aromas and delicate fl oral notes.


CHARDONNAY | CALIFORNIA You can’t go wrong with a good Chardonnay on your table or tucked under your arm on someone’sdoorstep. Creamy vanilla oak layered into tropicalfruit accents with good acidity wins friends everywhere.

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CHARDONNAY | AUSTRALIAThis ever-fashionable dry, medium-bodied blast of fl avour elbows its way into many a wine cellar. Features green apple, pear, pineapple and subtle butterscotch oak.

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COLOMBARD CHARDONNAYCALIFORNIAWell favoured for its lively acidity and light fi nish, this popular people pleaser marries the clean simplicity of Colombard with traditional Chardonnay to produce a refreshing melon and green apple character.


GEWÜRZTRAMINER | CALIFORNIAKnown for being hard to produce, Wine Kitz makes it a snap to craft this wine with its distinct aromaticcharacter of fl owery and spicy perfumes and fl avours. Crisp and off-dry with excellent acidity.


GEWÜRZTRAMINER | AUSTRALIASpicy character, smells of fl owers and perfume...is it here for drinking or to seduce you? A bit of both actually. Crisp and off-dry charm with exciting acidity.


LIEBFRAUMILCH STYLECALIFORNIAIf soft and mellow is your style, try this delightful blend of Riesling, Silvaner, Müller-Thurgau and Kerner.


PIESPORTER STYLECALIFORNIASucculent medium bodied white wine exhibiting a hint of fruity spiciness as peach and apricot mingle with the aroma of fresh melon.


PINOT BLANC | CALIFORNIA This uncomplicated wine is an excellent choice for virtually any meal. With fresh citrus fl avours of pear, lemon and lime, followed by honeydew melon and crisp acidity.


PINOT GRIGIO | ITALYPale yellow, this medium-bodied wine exudes apple, pear and melon essences. With lively acidityand a touch of spice on the fi nish, it’s a perfect wine for everyday enjoyment.


RIESLING | CALIFORNIAThis perfect picnic wine is moderately dry with a refreshing bouquet of honey and tropical fl owers and a clean, crisp fi nish. Great with simple fare.


RIESLING | AUSTRALIAAn off-dry charmer with crisp, clean, fl oral character.Hints of apricot and honey blend well with most foods.


SAUVIGNON BLANC | CALIFORNIAVibrant and fruit-forward with a subtle grassy aroma and fl avours of gooseberry and fi g. Refreshingly light and very dry.


SOAVE STYLE | CALIFORNIALight, crisp and dry with fresh fl avours riding on a crisply acidic structure. Often compared to Chardonnay, but with a pleasant hint of bitterness.

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SYMPHONY | CALIFORNIAHarmonious tropical fruit fl avours, adored by crowds, music to your mouth ...here’s the symphony that always fi nishes crisp and clean (if a little too quickly).


VERDELHO | AUSTRALIAOne of Australia’s niche varietals, this wonderfully clean dry white showers you with fresh fl avours. A swirling blend of honeysuckle, tropical and citrus fruits fi nishes crisp with balanced acidity. Light straw colour with honey, apple and passion fruit on the nose.


VERDICCHIO | ITALY The Verdicchio grape presents a clean fresh aroma of green apple, white currant, citrus, fl oral and mineral. This medium-bodied, refreshing white wine sings on the palate with fl avours of lemon, green apple and almond, making a perfect aperitif. Best enjoyed while young and fresh.


WHITE ZINFANDEL BLUSH CALIFORNIALight, crisp and refreshing, this medium-bodied citrus gem has a mellow blackberry and raspberry bouquet and lively fi nish.


RED WINESBAROLO STYLE | ITALYSwayed by reputations of greatness? Enjoy Italy’s “King of Wines” at a pauper’s price. Sweet plummy aroma and fl avoured of violets, chocolaty earth tones and hints of licorice and oak, with inviting tannins.


CABERNET MERLOT | CHILEIf only all of us could marry as well as Cabernet and Merlot! Dark, roasted aroma and rich black currantfl avour gets along very well with chewy fruit characteristics.

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CABERNET SAUVIGNON AUSTRALIAIt builds its reputation on Bordeaux’s Left Bank, but Australia may be its true home. Aromas of black cherry, pepper, plum and delicious hints of cassis, spicy oak and chocolate. Balanced at the fi nish.


CABERNET SAUVIGNON | CHILEThis famous red draws your nose right into the glass with aromas of dark berry, vanilla and...is that a hint of earth with undertones of mint and oaky spice? Indubitably.


CABERNET SHIRAZ | AUSTRALIACraft the blend that put Australia on the wine map. Combines the structural intensity of Cabernet Sauvignon with the ripe fruit and chocolate fl avours of Shiraz. This dry red fi nishes with spicy oak.


CABERNET SHIRAZ | CHILEThis dry red refl ects the best aspects of two noble varietals. Ripe black currant and spice from the Shiraz combine with rich, earthy characters of the Cabernet Sauvignon. With vanilla oak and soft tannins.


Most kits make 23 litres (6 US gallons) or about 30, 750 mL bottles. To a newcomer, this may sound like a lot of wine but keep in mind that, if you are like most winemakers, you will likely give some bottles away because you are so proud of the results!

CHIANTI STYLE | ITALYThe offi cial fl avour of Italy! Dry and polished with zesty fruit taste and soft tannins, this ruby coloured red fi rst wins you over with aromas of cocoa, vanilla and cranberry.


GAMAY BERGAMAISTM

CALIFORNIAFresh, lively and with a juicy berry scent, it dances on the tongue before a crisp fi nish.

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MALBEC | ARGENTINAThis fruit forward red is the rising star in new red wines! The bouquet is highlighted by violet, spice and oak followed by rich fl avours of blackberry, blueberry, and plum.


MATARO | AUSTRALIAYou can call this dry Aussie red Mataro or Mourvèdre, but its character is clear – medium-bodied and nuanced with blueberry, cassis and black fruits. Finishes nicely with medium tannins and a touch of French Oak vanilla.


MERLOT | CHILEEasy-drinking lovely stuff for everyday enjoyment. Wonderfully balanced with gripping fl avours of black cherry, plums and berry. Finishes very smooth.


PINOT NOIR | NEW ZEALANDThis fast-moving red comes fully loaded with fl avours! Notes of cherry, red berry, spice and a touch of earth help you steer conversation to your masterful winemaking.


PRIMITIVO | ITALYThis is a fruit-driven, full-bodied red wine with aromas and fl avours of blue plum, blackberry and cherry with subtle notes of oak and spice. The smooth, rich mouth-feel allows for early consump-tion but the wine will also age nicely. Contains a WK Crushed Grape Pack for true, on the skins fermentation.

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SHIRAZ | CALIFORNIABlack fruit aromas give way to plump blackberry, mellow pepper and smooth mocha. Hearty and spicy with vanilla oak lingering on the tongue.


SHIRAZ | AUSTRALIAWhen your day needs a fl avour intervention, reach for this dry red with its aromas of blueberry and spicy oak. Smooth and inviting on the palate with fl avours of blackberry, raspberry and pepper.


TEMPRANILLO | SPAINThis dark, thick-skinned grape produces a deep coloured, full-bodied red wine with good structure and moderate acidity. The bouquet and fl avours refl ect cherry, plum, strawberry, spice, tobacco with some earthy tones. Includes a WK Crushed Grape Pack for a true, on the skins fermentation.


VALPOLICELLA STYLE | ITALYA generous, emphatic bouquet of dark cherries and just a hint of anise. It doesn’t skimp on the fl avour either, with an elegant balance of silky tannins and a lengthy fi nish.


VIEUX CHÂTEAU DU ROITM

CALIFORNIAThis popular red conjures complex layered berry fruit fl avours, spice and an oaky undertone.


TRADITIONAL VINTAGETM

15 BOTTLE KITS

The same great wine that you can make from our Traditional Vintage kits, just 15 bottles at a time! Great for wine-lovers who have limited storage space or who would like a biggerassortment with less bottles.

WHITE WINES PINOT GRIGIO | ITALYPale yellow, this medium-bodied wine exudes apple, pear and melon essences. With lively acidity and a touch of spice on the fi nish, it’s a perfect wine for everyday enjoyment.


SAUVIGNON BLANC | CALIFORNIAVibrant and fruit-forward with a subtle grassy aroma and fl avours of gooseberry and fi g. Refreshingly light and very dry.


RED WINESMERLOT | CHILEEasy-drinking lovely stuff for everyday enjoyment. Wonderfully balanced with gripping fl avours of black cherry, plums and berry. Finishes very smooth.


SHIRAZ | CALIFORNIABlack fruit aromas give way to plump blackberry, mellow pepper and smooth mocha. Hearty and spicy with vanilla oak lingering on the tongue.


SEARED VEAL CHOPS WITH ORANGE CHIPOTLE PEARSVisit winekitz.com for recipe and easy to follow instructions.

WHITE WINES CHARDONNAYStrikes at the heart of a good wine thirst. Crisp, green apple fl avours with a gentle, balanced fi nish.

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GEWÜRZTRAMINERFruity, spicy and sure to draw comment. Finishes soft and crisp.

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HOUSE WHITESimple in all the best ways! Dry, white with fl avours of melon and apricots.

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LIEBFRAUMILCH STYLEWe bet a lot of good things are from the Rhine region, but we like this one best. Spicy, smooth and fruity.


WINE-ARTTM This world-famous brand, with more than 45 years of history, provides wine lovers delectable light to medium bodied wine ready to be bottled in as little as four weeks. And soon after that they’re ready to fi ll your glass. Each 7.2L wine kit makes approximately 30, 750 ml bottles of great wine for any occasion (23 litres) in 4 weeks.

Getting married? With over 80 varieties to choose from, our wine consultants will help you select the best wine to suit your tastes, budget and timeline.

PINOT GRIGIONothing like a light-bodied Pinot to wake up your senses to apple, pear, and melon, with a touch of spice in the tail.


RIESLINGThe fruity and the fl oral drift above the superb balance between sweet and acidic.


SAUVIGNON BLANCYou can taste the very landscape these grapes are made from! Clean, crisp, and delicious.


RED WINESCABERNET SAUVIGNONWhy mess with perfection? Grace your table with black currant and berry fruit fl avours, fi nishing smoothly with a twist of vanilla oak.


HOUSE REDEvery home should have a house red. Here’s a proprietary blend that’s smooth, dry and versatile.


MERLOTAlways at the ready, this dry red faithfully delivers blackberry and currant fl avour to spice up meals, moods, and friendly encounters.


PINOT NOIRAn easy-drinking dry red that bursts with the stimulating fruit fl avours of raspberry and strawberry.


SHIRAZThis medium-bodied dry red boasts blackberry, spice and vanilla – great with grilled meats and veggies.


VALPOLICELLA STYLEThis cherry and banana-scented red is super smooth, soft and dry.

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WHITE WINES CHAMBLAISETM

An everyday light, dry white.

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LIEBFRAUMILCH STYLEAn everyday soft, fruity white.


RED WINESGAMAY BERGAMAISTM

An everyday fruity, dry red.

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VALPOLICELLA STYLEAn everyday smooth, dry red.

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WINE-ARTTM TABLE WINES

WHITE WINES GREEN APPLE RIESLINGLike biting into a shiny, bright crunchy green apple with a twist. A pleasant sweetness followed by a refreshing fi nish, perfectly balanced with the natural apple fl avours and the subtle character of Riesling.

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PEACH CHARDONNAYPeach-perfect fl avours in a refreshingly smooth summer sipper! Ripe, juicy peach on the nose mixes with the subtle character of Chardonnay for a sensational mouth watering result.


PINEAPPLE MANGO PINOT GRIGIOEnjoy fl avours and aromas of juicy ripe pineapple and fresh mango, just like having summer in a glass all year long. Perfectly balanced with the light refreshing fl avours of Pinot Grigio. A wine to be enjoyed at any social occasion.


COUNTRY MISTTM Wine Kitz Country Mist combines the pure taste of fresh fruit fl avours with the sublime taste of varietal wines to create a delightfully refreshing wine-based beverage. From the moment you uncork a bottle of Wine Kitz Country Mist, your senses are aroused with the fresh invigorating aromas and fl avours of ripe fruit. Perfect for summer sipping while relaxing on the patio or enjoy Wine Kitz Country Mist anytime of the year as a refreshing alternative to traditional wines.

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STRAWBERRY MANGO MOSCATOAn invigorating blend of sun ripened strawberries and sweet fresh mango combined with the light body of Moscato. This could quickly become you and your guests’ new favourite. Delish!


RED WINES BLACK CHERRY PINOT NOIRThe prima donna of grapes gets a juicy black cherrymakeover! Aromatic dark fruit fl avours mingle with a bittersweet chocolate undertone to accent the smooth cherry chops of a Pinot Noir. Marvelous!


BLACKBERRY MERLOTWe’ve found a way to make Merlot even more popular – the inviting taste and aroma of ripe blackberries!


CRANBERRY SHIRAZCarefully edging the balance between spicy and fruity, this is a tasty Shiraz made tastier with the tart freshness of natural cranberry fl avour.


WILDBERRY CHIANTIA wonderful taste sensation of rich strawberries, blackberries and raspberries blended with the enchanting taste of Chianti.


BLUSH WINESPOMEGRANATE / ACAI WHITE MERLOTJuicy sweet, yet slightly tart, the refreshing Pomegranate / Acai White Merlot will certainly be the hit at your next outing. The tangy sweet fl avours from the fruit blend perfectly with the light ripe berry characteristics of White Merlot. A summer time sensational sipper!


RASPBERRY WHITE ZINFANDELEither a wine-crazed scientist crossed grapes with raspberries or the Wine Kitz maestros have done it again...Juicy sun-ripened natural raspberry fl avour bursts forth from this lively fruit wine.


STRAWBERRY WHITE ZINFANDELOn raising a glass of this aromatic, fruit-frenzied vino, guests just might check their shoes to see who stepped in the strawberries. Plump berry mergeshappily with White Zinfandel for a refreshing, just-picked fl avour.


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*NOT AUTHENTIC “ICE WINE”. THE USE OF THE WORDS “ICE WINE STYLE” IS INTENDED TO REFER TO THE FLAVOUR PROFILE OF THIS PRODUCT AND NOT TO THE CONDITIONS UNDER WHICH IT WAS MADE.

SPECIALTY SERIESTM Class up any encounter with the mouth-watering magic of our Specialty Series. Guests will know you are serious about their happiness when you present one of these rich, sweet wine sensations. Make a high-quality dessert or ice wine style in just four weeks. Each wine kit makes approximately 30, 375 ml bottles of specialty wine (11.5 litres).

DESSERT WINEExcellent when young, but ages well. This is a bold, sweet and full-fl avoured red dessert wine. A fi tting fi nish to any great meal.

BODY: HEAVY OAK: MEDIUM SWEETNESS: MEDIUM-SWEET AGING: DRINK NOW OR AGE

RIESLING ICE WINE STYLE*No need to pay ice wine prices for the ice wine experience! This layered sipping gem imparts fl avours of peach and herbs, with sly suggestions of honey, fl owers and spice.

BODY: MEDIUM SWEETNESS: SWEET AGING: DRINK NOW OR AGE

WHAT ARE THE BEST CONDITIONS TO STORE WINE?

If you intend to age the bottled wine for a long time, it is important to have a cool environment with a temperature range of 50 – 64 F. (10 – 18 C.).

In this range, the wine will gently mature at an ideal rate. If the storage conditions are warmer, the wine will mature rapidly so avoid prolonged aging.

WINEMAKING TIPS

If you plan to age your wine for longer than 5 months in the bottle or if your storage temperatures are less than ideal (12 – 18°C / 54 – 65°F), we recommendthe addition of ¼ teaspoon of potassium metabisulphite (dissolved in ½ cup of cool water) to the wine before bottling. This sulphite addition will help to extend the aging ability of the wine without affecting quality and you may still drink the wine at an early age.

SULPHITES IN WINEAll wines, even organic, contain sulphites. Sulphur dioxide is a natural by-product of the fermentation cycle. Small amounts of sulphite are needed in wine to protect against oxidation (browning) and unwanted bacteria to ensure the wine will age gracefully, and to improve the overall fl avour and quality of the wine. When you make wine with Wine Kitz products, your fi nished wine will contain the minimum amount of sulphite preservative needed to make good wine every time. By following the recipe, your wine will generally contain lower levels of sulphite than commercial wines.

For more information on winemaking, contact your local Wine Kitz store or visit us at WINEKITZ.COM.

AGING YOUR WINE IN THE BOTTLEAlthough most wines you make from Wine Kitz products may be consumed young (particularly if you decant the wine before serving), all will benefi t from at least a little aging and many will improve considerably. The chart below outlines the peak aging period from time of bottling plus the maximum shelf life of a given wine, after which it is considered “past vintage” and should be consumed with little or no delay.

The chart assumes that you have a consistent, cool and dark environment to store your wine (12 – 18°C / 54 – 65°F) with humidity of 50 – 70%. If the wine cannot be stored in these ideal conditions, avoid long aging.

TYPE OF KIT PEAK AGING SHELF LIFE PERIOD AFTER BOTTLING

Sommelier Reserve Red 3 – 24 months 3 – 5 years

Sommelier Reserve White 3 – 18 months 2 – 3 years

Ultimate Estate Red 3 – 24 months 3 – 4 years

Ultimate Estate White/Blush 3 – 18 months 2 – 3 years

Traditional Vintage Red 3 – 18 months 2 – 3 years

Traditional Vintage White/Blush 3 – 12 months 1½ – 2 years

Wine-Art Red 3 – 12 months 1½ years

Wine-Art White/Blush 3 – 9 months 1½ years

Country Mist 1 – 6 months 1 year

SEDIMENT IN YOUR WINEYou may fi nd some solid crystals in your bottled wine. What you are likely seeing are tartaric crystals or “wine diamonds”. The opinion of most wine connoisseurs is that these crystals are a sign that the grapes used to make the wine are the very pinnacle of quality.

The crystals are easily eliminated by a careful decanting (always a good thing for wine prior to serving) or they can be eliminated by chilling the wine in bulk prior to bottling.

DECANTINGDecanting is pouring the wine from its original bottle to another container,preferably a carafe or wine decanter. The main reasons for decanting are to expose the wine to oxygen, thus releasing the aromas and softening the astringent grape tannins so often apparent in young wines and to remove the wine from any sediment that may have formed.

Decanting is a great benefi t to almost all red wines and in most cases, white wines as well. For young red wines, decanting for up to eight hours is a tremendous way to unlock bound fruit esters and help the wine become more vibrant and smoother in character. For young white wines, an hour or two resultsin a signifi cant improvement in taste. Bottom line, decanting makes wine taste better in most cases.

INSTRUCTIONSIt is very important to add all of the ingredients in your kit according to the recipe. Our kits are formulated to produce wines that are comparable to the best examples of commercial wines. By adding all of the ingredients at the proper time, your wine will be perfectly balanced and will taste its best.

WINEMAKING TIPS

FILTERINGWe recommend that you fi lter all of your wines before bottling. Besides polishing the wine to brilliance, fi ltering helps to eliminate potential sediment. Filtered wine will age and taste better in the long run. See your Wine Kitz store for the best fi lter to suit your needs.

BULK AGING WINE BEFORE BOTTLING If you choose to age your wine in the carboy beyond the recommended bottling times, you will need to protect the wine during this stage. Be sure to keep the carboy topped up into the neck of the carboy, use a solid bung and store the carboy in a cool environment in a temperature range of 7 – 18ºC (45 – 65ºF) with the mid-range preferred. You will need to replenish the sulphite previously added at the stabilizing stage as the sulphite level will drop over time in the bulk aging period.

Sulphite is an essential preservative for wine. If you do not replenish the sulphite by adding ¼ teaspoon potassium metabisulphite powder (dissolved in a small amount of cold water) to the 23 litre carboy before bottling, the wine will quickly begin to oxidize and deteriorate in the bottle. If you cannot meet all of the above conditions for bulk aging, it is probably best to bottle according to the recipe recommendation.

RED WINESAMARONE “AM-AH-ROH-NEE”

BAROLO “BA-ROHL-OH”

CABERNET FRANC “CAH-BURR-NAY FRAHN”

CABERNET MERLOT “CAH-BURR-NAY MER-LOW”

CABERNET SAUVIGNON “CAH-BURR-NAY SOW-VEE-NYOHN”

CABERNET SHIRAZ “CAH-BURR-NAY SHUR-AZZ”

CHIANTI “KEE-AHN-TEE”

GAMAY BERGAMAIS™ “GAH-MAY BURR-GA-MAY”

GRANDE ROUGE™ “GRAHND ROOGE”

MALBEC “MALL-BEC”

MERLOT “MER-LOW”

PRONUNCIATION GUIDE

MIGLIORE “MI-LEE-OH-RAY”

PINOT NOIR “PEE-NO NWAHR”

SHIRAZ “SHUR-AZZ”

SYRAH “SEE-RAW”

VALPOLICELLA “VAL-POLE-EE-CHELL-AH”

VIEUX CHÂTEAU DU ROI™ “VEE-UH CHA-TOE DO RAW”

ZINFANDEL “ZIN-FAN-DELL”

WHITE WINESCHAMBLAISE™ “SHAM-BLAZE”

CHARDONNAY “SHAR-DUH-NAY”

CHARDONNAY SEMILLON “SHAR-DUH-NAY SAY-ME-YOHN”

WINEMAKER INTERNATIONAL AMATEUR WINE COMPETITION 2012 & 2013 AWARD WINNERS

SOMMELIER RESERVEAMARONE / GOLDSTAG’S LEAP MERLOT / SILVERMERITAGE / SILVERMIGLIORE / SILVEROLD VINES ZINFANDEL / SILVER

WINE ARTVALPOLICELLA / BRONZE

TRADITIONAL VINTAGESYMPHONY / GOLDPINOT BLANC / GOLDCHIANTI / SILVERVIEUX CHÂTEAU DU ROITM / BRONZEPINOT GRIGIO / BRONZEMERLOT / BRONZE

COLOMBARD “COL-UM-BARD CHARDONNAY SHAR-DUH-NAY”

GEWÜRZTRAMINER “GEH-VURTS-TRAH-MEAN-ER”

LIEBFRAUMILCH “LEEB-FRAH-MILCH”

PIESPORTER “PEES-PORT-EHR”

PINOT GRIGIO “PEE-NO GREE-GEE-OH”

PINOT BLANC “PEE-NO BLAHN”

RIESLING “REEZ-LING”

SAUVIGNON BLANC “SO-VEE-NYOHN BLAHN”

SOAVE “SO-AH-VAY”

VERDICCHIO “VAIR-DIK-EE-OH”

VIOGNIER “VEE-OHN-YAY”

ULTIMATE ESTATE RESERVECHIANTI / GOLDMALBEC / GOLDPINOT GRIGIO / SILVERVIOGNIER / SILVERGRANDE ROUGE / SILVERMERLOT / SILVERVIEUX CHÂTEAU DU ROITM / SILVERSHIRAZ / SILVER

SAUVIGNON BLANC / BRONZECHARDONNAY / BRONZECABERNET SAUVIGNON / BRONZEPINOT NOIR / BRONZE

SPECIALTY SERIESDESSERT WINE / BRONZE

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